Whataupoko Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Tairawhiti Museum

4/5(12 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tairawhiti Museum in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Tairawhiti Museum
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Gisborne Harbour

4/5(101 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Gisborne Harbour
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Gisborne Hospital

3.5/5(5 reviews)

If Gisborne Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne.

Gisborne Hospital
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Eastwoodhill Arboretum

4/5(19 reviews)

Find out about the history of Gisborne with a stop at Eastwoodhill Arboretum. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Eastwoodhill Arboretum
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Kaiti Hill

4.5/5(47 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kaiti Hill, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Kaiti Hill
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Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Gisborne when you take a trip to Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House

Our pick of the best Whataupoko Hotel Deals

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne
The price is AU$162 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
AU$162
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4-star motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (473 reviews)
"Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
The Verandah at Gisborne
The Verandah at Gisborne
Gisborne
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Gisborne. Enjoy a garden, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Tairawhiti Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Homely comfort!
"Loved the era of the property! Beautiful old school with modern luxury! We all had our space but enjoyed hanging out by the fire! We had the best weekend thank you!"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

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The Verandah at Gisborne
Cedar House
Cedar House
4 out of 5
4 Clifford St, Gisborne, Gisborne
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Gisborne. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Tairawhiti Museum and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Loved it. The room was beautiful warm and spacious. Penny and Roger were lovely. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2023

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Cedar House
Gizzy vibe
Gizzy vibe
Gisborne
Stay at this vacation home in Gisborne. Popular attractions Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Tairawhiti Museum are located nearby.
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Gizzy vibe
Emerald Hotel
Emerald Hotel
4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040, Gisborne
The price is AU$184 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
AU$184
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and Longbush ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (604 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Emerald Hotel
White Heron Motor Lodge
White Heron Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
474 Gladstone Road, Gisborne
The price is AU$208 per night from 30 May to 31 May
AU$208
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (289 reviews)
Happy stay
"First time there and it was perfect, well appointed room, very clean and tidy and bed was super comfortable. Lovely hosts and fast check in and out."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

White Heron Motor Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Whataupoko

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Inner Kaiti

While there might not be top attractions in Inner Kaiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gisborne Harbour and Tairawhiti Museum.

Inner Kaiti
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Mangapapa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mangapapa and surrounding area, you can visit Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Eastwoodhill Arboretum.

Mangapapa
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Outer Kaiti

Outer Kaiti might not have many top sights, but Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Harbour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Outer Kaiti
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Kaiti

While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Wine Centre.

Kaiti
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Te Hapara

When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Te Hapara
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Riverdale

When in Riverdale, you can plan a visit to Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Riverdale

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